Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao appeals for 'self-lockdown'

Karnataka is witnessing a severe heatwave, with temperatures crossing 42°C in several districts. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has urged people to follow a ‘self-lockdown’ during peak afternoon hours to prevent sunstroke and dehydration. Hospitals are on high alert as cases rise, and officials have advised citizens to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor exposure, and take necessary precautions.